CDB Allocates $346,000 Grant to Enhance Caribbean Disaster Management Agency’s Operational Strength

The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) has granted US$346,000 in technical assistance funding to the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA).

This initiative seeks to conduct an extensive institutional evaluation to reinforce CDEMA’s capability to assist Caribbean nations throughout all disaster phases—before, during, and after emergencies.

CDEMA, the regional Caricom body, coordinates disaster risk management across the Caribbean. The grant will enable CDEMA to engage expert consultants to assess its internal structure, workflows, and staffing, producing actionable recommendations for efficiency and sustainability improvements. Given the increased frequency and intensity of climate-related hazards, this support aims to equip CDEMA with optimized systems and skilled personnel to effectively fulfill its mandate now and in the long term.